Northern Michigan Lakefront Escape in Hale, MI
Welcome to your own slice of Up North paradise! Nestled on the shores of beautiful North Dease, this charming lakefront cottage provides the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation.
Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting cottage atmosphere with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and comfortable living spaces.
Outside, enjoy plenty of lake frontage, a spacious yard, fire pit area, and plenty of room for summer fun. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, investment opportunity, or want to build a custom A frame with garage, this Hale retreat delivers the ultimate lake lifestyle. Conveniently located near trails, golf, dining, and all the outdoor adventures of Northern Michigan.
Sold for $135,000
$135,000
5960 Birchwood Dr, Hale, MI 48739
2beds
600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$135,100 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$921 Estimated rent
Home value
$135,100
Estimated sales range
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Plenty of lake frontageSpacious yardFire pit areaLakefront cottageComfortable living spaces
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Listed by:
Steve Koleno 804-656-5007,
Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20261037343
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 X 10
Bedroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Primary bathroom
- Level: Entry
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 X 6
Kitchen
- Level: Entry
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 X 9
Living room
- Level: Entry
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 X 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Features: Cleared, Level, Water View
Details
- Parcel number: 00620001100
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: GRACEYS BIRCHWOOD PARK
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $28,403
- Annual tax amount: $1,446
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Sold | $135,000-9.7%$225/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20261037343 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2026 | Pending sale | $149,500$249/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,500-0.3%$249/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listing removed | $149,900$250/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$250/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1936505 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $159,900$267/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,446 +15.1% | $55,600 +0.4% |
| 2024 | $1,257 -5.3% | $55,400 +27.4% |
| 2023 | $1,327 +20.8% | $43,500 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $1,099 -9.7% | $36,500 +4.6% |
| 2021 | $1,217 | $34,900 +1.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $34,300 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $377 -64.6% | $30,200 -5.6% |
| 2017 | $1,067 | $32,000 +8.5% |
| 2016 | $1,067 +0.5% | $29,500 +12.6% |
| 2015 | $1,062 +372.8% | $26,200 -2.6% |
| 2014 | $225 | $26,900 -1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $27,400 -9% |
| 2012 | -- | $30,100 -13.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,800 -6.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $37,300 |
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Neighborhood: 48739
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- 6/10Hale Area SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 4.3 mi
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- 5960 Birchwood Dr
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